By the time the 10.4-inch ThinkPad 701 was released, to minimize the IBM corporate laptop was forced to 'sacrifice', designing the keyboard of a 'no-one' styled machine, the image of a butterfly, including 3 parts, foldable, easy to remove. However, this sacrifice created a "shock" in the laptop market by its unique design.
Although watching movies, listening to music on the ThinkPad 701 is ideal but for writing, it is considered 'extreme'.
This unique design keyboard is not repeated in later ThinkPads or screen laptops under 12 inches. This keyboard is still on display at the Museum of Contemporary Art in New York (USA).
Sony VAIO X505 (2004) - Ultra-thin in the period of 'brick'
Before the idea of the MacBook Air or ThinkPad X300 formed in the minds of designers, in 2004, Sony launched ultra-thin, ultra-light laptops.
At that time when most laptops were like stacked stones, the appearance of the VAIO X505 10.4-inch, 21mm thin, weighed only 785g, created a fever in the market. To own it, you must withdraw your wallet to 4,200 USD. However, that is the price for the ultra-slim design, but in terms of configuration, the VAIO X505 doesn't stand out.
Acer Ferrari 3000LMi (2004) - Laptop racing Formula 1
Acer is one of the first companies to realize that laptops are not just business-specific devices, but they are also used as personal jewelry or even 'accessories'. Acer Ferrari 'racing car' was born from that.
Using AMD chipsets, the ability to operate is not as fast as Ferrari 'racing'. However, the birth of Acer Ferrari opened the door to a design of high-tech products with unique designs. Recently, Acer also cooperated to produce Gemstone laptop with BMW sports car company of Germany.
Taiwanese, Asus laptop maker has also released a version of Lamborghini entertainment laptop.
Sharp Actius RD3D (2004) - Laptop has a 3-dimensional LCD screen
Four years ago, Sharp shocked the technology world with the first-screen laptop model that supports 3D effects without the help of special optical lenses.
Unfortunately, Actius RD3D has a 15-inch XGA display (1024 x 768) that does not reproduce true 3-dimensional images and display images that are streaked and ghosting and make users tired of their eyes. With the above weaknesses of Actius RD3D plus too heavy, up to 5kg, and too expensive price makes 3D technology impossible in the new generation laptops.
FlyBook Vm (2006) - The only screen is adjustable
Designed specifically for people who are constantly on the move, FlyBook Vm has an 'arm' at the back of the screen that brings the screen up and down, first, backwards . providing users with goods. dozen different positions of the screen. FlyBook Vm gives users the feeling of being at home, very convenient.
In addition to slender arms and slender designs, FlyBook Vm also has an integrated optical drive. Unfortunately, the keyboard is small and the battery life is low.
Dell XPS M2010 (2007) - Desktop PC is like a laptop
Seen on the XPS M2010, the 20-inch screen is like a suitcase covered with leather and also has a handle to carry.
Its inner beauty truly captures users. It also has a touch-sensitive remote control.
Dell XPS M2010 has two sets of high quality speakers, powerful audio sound - ideal for playing action games. M2010's Bluetooth wireless keyboard set and Media Center remote control is very useful when you are sitting in a car or speaking. M2010 is equipped with high-end parts, for optimal performance and the machine is capable of running non-trivial games at all.
ASUS W5Fe (2007) - The first laptop has two LCD screens
Asus is the first to launch a laptop with two LCD screens to fully utilize the SideShow feature of the Windows Vista operating system. The external monitor of the camera body will display all calendar information, e-mail notification ., so there is no need to start the system to save time and battery life.
Unfortunately, the price to own this second monitor is a bit 'harsh', so not many people choose.
Panasonic ToughBook CF-W7 (2008) - Laptops with stone mortar
When thinking of a durable laptop, everyone probably imagined a big machine with a suitcase, bulky, ugly. But the Panasonic ToughBook CF-W7 is the exact opposite.
Despite weighing only 1.2kg, the 12.1-inch laptop also has an integrated optical drive and can withstand the weight of 100 kg. The device still runs as usual despite falling from a height of 70cm down. The spill-proof keyboard also helps other parts of the laptopo not be soaked with water.
Impressive battery life of up to 7 hours. Only the price is a bit expensive and slightly thicker than current laptops.
Apple MacBook Air (2008) - The first laptop has a function to control by gesture
Steve Jobs' MacBook Air launch ceremony is very impressive. Air is super fragile with beautiful design.
MacBook Air has a touchpad that senses the gesture of the user's finger when executing the zoom, scroll, orientation ., which gives the same feeling as using an iPhone phone.
ASUS Eee PC 701 (2007) - Super cheap laptop
While the smaller and more expensive laptops are going on the market, Asus is the opposite of the Eee PC 701. This personal consumer laptop is so cheap that it can be cheaper, only 380 USD.
The 7-inch Eee PC 701 is equipped with 4GB flash memory, 900MHz Celeron M processor and Linux operating system. Music and video playback functions no less than expensive laptops.
Asus said, the next version of this ultra-cheap laptop will have an 8.9-inch screen.